

Why is No One in the Family Talking About Money?
Award-winning journalist and Reuters contributor Chris Taylor wrote an insightful article titled, "The Last Taboo: Why nobody talks about money." In it, Chris states that “44% of Americans point to personal finances as the most challenging chat anyone can possibly have.” So what’s going on here? Why are family members so frightened to talk to each other about family financial planning and inheritance? Is it a family trait of silence? Is it fear of being taken advantage of,
Bonnie Blackburn
May 273 min read


Can You Get Paid for Caring for Your Parents? Exploring Financial Options for Family Caregivers
The desire to care for aging parents is a deeply rooted value for many families. However, the reality of long-term caregiving can be a financial disaster. Many adult children find themselves asking: Do I have to go broke to provide quality care? or What if I need to quit my job to manage their daily needs? Caregiving is a demanding family responsibility. Adult children and grandchildren who provide these essential services deserve to be compensated. If you are or will be
joy77850
Apr 84 min read